Finding hope and a place in society despite extraneous circumstances and Physical disability Despite being blind for many years, Sabu Mia is the proprietor of a small grocery stall in his village. © Friendship By Iffat Ara Sharmeen,25 June, 2026 A Lifelong Struggle...
An overview of the ACTIV Project at Friendship By Magnus Mayeen Ahmed,23 June, 2026 In development, we often divide challenges into neat categories: health, education, climate adaptation, and governance. Yet for people living in Bangladesh's most remote and...
Perspectives from local char communities of Northern Bangladesh affected by flash floods and erosion. The environment is getting sick, that’s why there are thunderstorms”, a woman shared during the discussion. © Eloise Dagneau/Friendship By Eloise Dagneau18 June, 2026...
The success of Bhalukia Palong Girls’ High School in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, shows what becomes possible when children are given a chance to play their best The Bhalukia Palong Girls' High School girls are proof that talent can flourish when opportunity is within reach....
Lessons from the 20th Community-based Adaptation conference in Manila, Philippines Friendship's delegation at CBA20, with (left to right) Kazi Amdadul Hoque, Senior Director and Head of Climate Action; Bilkis Banu, Community Medic-aide, Health; Elsa Peclet, the author...
The second of a two-part special feature on the One Health, salinity and the impact on local communities By Eloise Dagneau,2 June, 2026 When I asked what happened after the disaster ended, I got to tangibly understand the depth of its consequences. Though it was...
Playing football in the Rohingya Camps for fitness and mental health Nur Kamal came to Camp 19 when he was only seven years old. Since then, he’s lived with his family in a shack on what used to be a hill in Cox’s Bazar. by Abu Bakar Bin Alam,1 June 2026 For decades,...
Why Climate Action Must Be Locally Led The frontlines are ready to lead, and it is high time the rest of the world followed. © Friendship by Kazi Amdadul Hoque,6 May 2026 In the coastal reaches of Bangladesh, where the salt-heavy air meets the shifting tides of the...
Two-part special feature on the place of One Health in development in Bangladesh by an international intern at Friendship’s Climate Action sector “Water, the ally of humans, is now also a menace.” - Yann Arthus-Bertrand. © Eloise Dagneau/Friendship by Eloise...
Fabrics spun on handlooms are a longstanding tradition in a country now known for its fast fashion ready-made garments industry. © Friendship by Syed Abu Sinjan Saadat18 April 2026 Cultural heritage is often understood through what endures in place—monuments, sites,...
Creating awareness can sharply reduce the lethality of cervical cancer By Dr. Mosamat Umma Kulsum,5 April 2026 In the shifting river islands of northern Bangladesh, access to healthcare is never guaranteed. Communities are isolated, transport is uncertain, and...
Runa Khan, member of the Club of Rome and social entrepreneur, speaks with Martin Mbewe about her journey toward conscience-led, systems-oriented leadership By Martin Mbewe / The Club of Rome,5 April 2026 Runa Khan did not grow up knowing the Club of Rome. As a child,...